Deworming Dogs and Puppies

Although nearly all dogs are infested with parasites at one time or another, most develop an immunity that keeps the parasite population in check. This immunity can break down, however, under conditions of stress or ill health. When that happens, the worms increase in...

LAZY KINDA DAY

First real sunny warm day and the dogs were just lounging and relaxing, some more than others. Junior took sunbathing to...

EDUCATION WEEK IS OVER

So it was brought to my attention that many of you were missing my personal blogs, and pictures of my happy brood so education week is over and here are what my bunch is up too. This week we were building our back deck and along with many good looking men, there were...

Dog Ticks and Fleas Q&A

Although there are more than 2,200 kinds of fleas, it only takes one type to cause a lot of misery for you and your pet. We went to internationally known flea and tick expert Michael Dryden to find out how to fight fleas and eliminate ticks. Dryden has a doctorate in...

Mosquito Bites and Your Dog

More than just irritating pests, mosquitoes are a primary cause of heartworm in dogs. Along with the arrival of warm and humid summer days comes an ever-present annoyance – mosquitoes. Although your dog’s fur or hair offers some protection against mosquito...

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

I had a client and friend today have some one open her back yard gate and her two springer spaniels got loose, although this was a horrible event and she is very upset, it was a valuable lesson learned! I always tell people the lessons I teach you about having your...

Heartworms in Dogs: Facts and Myths

Heartworms in dogs are easy to prevent, but difficult and costly to cure. We asked Sheldon Rubin, 2007-2010 president of the American Heartworm Society, to separate facts from the myths about heartworm infestations in dogs. Q: How do dogs get heartworms? A: Only by...

Dog Care: Ear Care 101

Ear problems are the second most common reason dog owners take their dog to the veterinarian, according to a survey by Veterinary Pet Insurance. Wet ear canals can predispose a dog to ear infections. When bathing your dog, keep water out of her ears by inserting...